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Black History Month at the Maplewood Library
There are plenty of programs for children of all ages in February.
The Maplewood Memorial Library is hosting Look Inside Look Outside: The World Through African American Artists' Eyes, which explores the world from the perspective of black artists. Participants will learn about famous artists and create their own works of art in the library's craft workshops, which are offered throughout the month.
People can also join the Look Inside/Look Outside Reading Club and have the opportunity to earn prizes. Signup for the reading club is in the children's room.
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The events will be fun for all ages, and the craft programs are available for children ages 6 and up unless stated otherwise.
The schedule for the month is shown below:
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Alma Thomas Crafts
Drop in anytime to make a ripped paper collage. All ages
Wed 2/27 @ 4pm - Main Library
In-person pre-registration and Maplewood Library card required
Join local artist Susan Cohen Harris to create your own ripped paper portrait. Ages 6+
Jean-Michel Basquiat Graffiti Art
Week of 2/11 - 2/16 - Main Library
Drop in to make a Basquiat-inspired work. All ages
Romare Beardon: Black History Month Collage Craft and Jazz
Tues 2/19 @ 4pm Hilton Branch
In-person pre-registration and Maplewood Library card required
Join local artist Evelyn Graves to create your own collage. Ages 6+
Silhouettes and Storytelling:The Art of Jacob Lawrence and Aaron Douglas
Sat 2/16 @ 2pm
Main Library
In-person pre-registration and Maplewood Library card required
Join local performed Kim Prioleau for a hands-on craft workshop. Ages 6+
Faith Ringgold Story Quilts
Drop in to make a craft in the style of Faith Ringgold. All ages
Mon 2/25 @ 4pm - Main Library
In-person pre-registration and Maplewood Library card required
Join local artist Marissa Barnet to make a Faith Ringgold-inspired story quilt. Ages 6+
Lorna Simpson Workshop
Week of 2/19 - 2/23 - Main Library
Drop in anytime to make a photo collage. All ages
Wed 2/13 @ 4pm - Main Library
In-person pre-registration and Maplewood Library card required
Make a photo collage in the style of artist Lorna Simpson. Ages 6+
African Pen Pals
Tues 2/19 @ 4pm - Main Library
Find out about life in rural Kenya. Get a pen pal and a letter. Newcomers welcome. Ages 6+
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